Never ridden 100K and wondering how to prepare?
Do an internet search and you’ll find numerous training plans for completing a century, ranging from 8 to 12 weeks in duration. Here are some typical plans:
http://www.bicycling.com/training/training-plans/ride-a-metric-century-in-8-weeks-with-this-simple-training-plan
http://www.mapmyride.com/training-plans/plan/cycling-century-beginner-new/info/
http://roadcyclinguk.com/riding/your-first-sportive-part-1-going-for-centuries.html#L5XIr3OuUK7CSYUW.97
Or, here’s a 10 week calendar I’ll be following. I’ll post a weekly ride journal to keep track of my progress. Feel free to add your own ride ideas and details in the comments section.
Do an internet search and you’ll find numerous training plans for completing a century, ranging from 8 to 12 weeks in duration. Here are some typical plans:
http://www.bicycling.com/training/training-plans/ride-a-metric-century-in-8-weeks-with-this-simple-training-plan
http://www.mapmyride.com/training-plans/plan/cycling-century-beginner-new/info/
http://roadcyclinguk.com/riding/your-first-sportive-part-1-going-for-centuries.html#L5XIr3OuUK7CSYUW.97
Or, here’s a 10 week calendar I’ll be following. I’ll post a weekly ride journal to keep track of my progress. Feel free to add your own ride ideas and details in the comments section.